1996 Peugeot Touareg vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Touareg would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Frontier (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 511 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Peugeot Touareg (264 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1996 Peugeot Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Touareg | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | Touareg | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Type | electric | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1386 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
